1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 235 kg more than 1956 Bristol 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Bristol 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 405 | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
